repaired · 2018 Q1
Visibility: power window devices and controls
Risk. If the windows close automatically or can be closed remotely in ways that do not meet all the requirements of FMVSS 118, the unexpected closure can increase…
2016 Buick CascadaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 23 owner complaints about the 2016 Buick Cascada, most often about the structure. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 16V-844 the manufacturer reports only 50% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Buick Cascada has problems
23 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
10Structure
4Engine
4Visibility
3Electrical system
2Engine and engine cooling
2Wheels
1Service brakes
1Seat belts
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 10 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2016 Buick Cascada recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Buick.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Cascada year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Cascada median. How we score
'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Buick Cascada safety ratings
2016 Buick Cascada C FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2016 Buick Cascada, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What Cascada owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Buick Cascada back window on the convertible tops coming apart, causing flooding inside the car, also there's a danger the window will come out driving down the road. Buick refuses to do anything.
The back window on the convertible top has separated from the fabric. Buick dealership said it was not a covered item under the extended warranty. We tried to glue it back down but it keeps separating all around. Dangerous situation because it could separate completely during travel and cause an…
The rear window of the convertible top starts to pull away from the top itself. Could separate and displace entirely causing damage or injury behind.
Own a 2016 Cascada?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.